Power Tools

A Porta-Power® is an example of a(n) _____.

• electrical tool
• pneumatic tool
• hydraulic tool
• battery-powered tool

A power miter saw combines a miter box with a _____.

• band saw
• circular saw
• crosscut saw
• saber saw

To prevent electrical shock, power tools should only be operated with the proper _____.

• bit for the job
• rechargeable batteries
• work surface
• GFCI

When using an air wrench, _____.

• keep your body stance balanced
• hold onto the compressor hose with one hand
• hold the impact socket a few inches away from the material
• use handheld sockets that are the right size

Drill bits are held in place by _____.

• augers
• chucks
• carbides
• grips

The angle grinder is used to grind _____.

• soft, porous materials
• imperfections in wood
• hard, heavy materials
• nonmetals only

Before you plug any saw into a power source, make sure the _____.

• power switch is in the OFF position
• speed is set to LOW
• work has been clamped down
• lower blade guard is pulled back

An example of an AC source of power is _____.

• wall receptacle
• battery
• air pressure
• fluid pressure

The first step when using a pneumatically powered nailer for the first time is to _____.

• inspect the nailer for damage
• load the nails into the nailer
• check the air compressor
• read the manufacturer's instructions

Saws with fine blades that are excellent for delicate and intricate cutting are called _____.

• abrasive saw
• saber saw 
• band saw
• worm-drive saws